The article discusses the noticeable blue suit worn by former President Donald Trump at Pope Francis' funeral. This choice stood out against the primarily black attire of other world leaders present at the event. While the dress code reportedly requested dark suits and black ties, Trump's sapphire blue suit, complete with a matching tie, became a point of discussion on social media.
The article highlights the online reactions, noting comparisons to Trump's past criticism of Ukrainian President Zelensky's attire. White House press secretary, Karoline Leavitt, defended Trump's appearance, while communications director Steven Cheung criticized those who offered criticism. The article suggests that the suit choice was deliberate, emphasizing Trump's tendency to operate outside established norms.
The article notes that other figures such as Prince William wore blue suits, though in darker shades. The contrast with the black suits of other world leaders including Presidents Macron and Milei, and Prime Minister Meloni further emphasized Trump's sartorial choice. The article contrasts this with Trump's attire at Jimmy Carter's funeral, where he wore a traditional dark suit. It concludes that the decision to wear the blue suit reflected Trump's intent to project his independence and disregard for conventional protocols.